Is Arlesey A Nice Place To Live? – Full Guide

Key Distances:

Fastest Train to London: 38 mins

Distance to Nearest Major Airport: 45 mins on public transport (Luton Airport)

Distance to Natural Parks and Wildlife: 15 min walk

Travel Costs:

Full year rail ticket: £4,510

Monthly rail ticket for 2 days per week: £220

Arlesey is a perfect place to settle down for an easy commute to London along with a relaxed way of living.

Arlesey tops the list for affordable locations in Bedfordshire, which makes it perfect for a first home. The area is filled with nature reserves, beautiful sites, and luxurious lodges.

Area

Arlesey is one of the beautiful small towns that you find in the county of Bedfordshire and extends for about 3 miles along the River Hiz valley.

The town used to be a big manufacturer of bricks in ancient times, which explains why there are so many brick terraced cottages in the area.

The town has a more friendly feel than others, mainly because of its limited 6,000 people.

Transport Links

Arlesey is reputable for having the longest high street in Britain. Whether by road or rail, the town has good transport links and this seems to be the biggest advantage for many living there.

Hitchin and Stevenage are just 20 minutes drive from Arlesey.

The rail station has also been renovated thoroughly, which allows access to London, Peterborough, Stevenage and Sandy to name a few.

Luton Airport is 70 minutes by coach, or if you prefer a faster options there is a train route running there in 45 minutes.

The rush-hour commute to King’s Cross typically takes less than 40 minutes, which is ideal for a 5 day a week commute or a more flexible working pattern.

House Prices

Unlike other semi-rural towns that cost a fortune to live in, house costs are relatively cheap in Arlesey.

The average price for property in Arlesey currently stands at £310,000. But it’s important to remember that this price includes a range of much larger homes that are not for first time buyers. When looking only at first time buyers, prices before COVID were typically £250,000. However since the large shift of people out of London began during the government lockdowns, the average price for first time buyers is currently at £270,000, up 8% in one year.

Safety

Arlesey’s crime rate is in the best 25% of affordable towns that we studied. Alongside this, the crime rate is also much lower than in neighboring communities in Bedfordshire.

Development

Arlesey has an exciting array of new developments in the coming years.

The re-opening of the railway station in Arlesey already gave a significant connection boost to other areas.

Arlesey also has several voluntary organizations that are committed to contributing and strengthening the rich pattern of life that already exists in the community.

The town benefits from a range of community services, including a health center, schools, libraries, and recreational facilities.

Recreation

If you are a fun lover, Arlesey is a town with lots of fun places. Some of the interesting places to visit include Woburn Safari park, Hatfield house, ZSL Whipsnade Zoo, and the historic St. Alban’s Cathedral.

Safari

The Woburn Safari park is an excellent place for a tour, with many eye-catching sites to create an exciting moment. The Harry Potter Warner Bros. studio is one of the most popular tours. Many tourists travel from far and near to see the sites.

Cathedral

You might have heard about St. Alban’s Cathedral. It was built in the 8th century and has the longest nave you can find in any cathedral in England (85 meters long).

Social

Various restaurant cuisines and lively bars are around the town. The Fox & Duck gets some great feedback from the locals.

Sports and social clubs are also in the area. Shillington Sports and Social Club, Flutters Social Club, and Luton Postels Sports and Social Club are some of the better known ones.

For the song lovers, the Vivace Choir is a group to check out.

If you need to take a short break away from the home, there are also some luxury hotels and resorts nearby. We recommend the Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cambridge who have some amazing steel bath tubs to try out!

Health Facilities

There are a lot of community interest health care services available in Arlesey, which is helpful who need some additional support.

Conclusion

Arlesey has a lot of benefits for it’s local people. The fast trains ensure you’re not cut off from the rest of the country. But living here is a wonderful experience for many because of the ability to relax and unwind.

House prices are still more affordable than other metropolitan areas – and that can make a big difference to your quality of life.